Welcome to Hilda Walker School
Important information and dates Hilda Walker Intermediate School
19900 S. 80th Avenue
Tinley Park, Illinois 60487
Phone: 815-464-2285
Jan Zevkovich, Principal
jzevkovich@summithill.org
Christine Hudziak, Assistant Principal
chudziak@summithill.org
2009-2010 School Year
Student Attendance Hours: 8:20 A.M .to 2:50 P.M.*
*early dismissal for students every Tuesday at 2:35 P.M.
School Office Hours: 7:55 A.M. to 3:55 P.M.
Teacher Attendance Hours: 8:10 A.M. to 3:10 P.M.
Dates to Remember:
3/1 - Pulaski Day – No School
3/2-3/12 - ISAT Testing
3/5 - HWSCO Treat Day
3/8 - SHEF Meeting (LC @7 p.m.)
3/10 - B.O.E. Meeting @A.C. (7 p.m.)
3/12 - HWSCO ISAT Treat Day
3/12 - HWSCO “Fun Night/Open Gym” (7-9 p.m. in MPR/Gym)
3/16 - HWSCO meeting 3:30 p.m.
3/19 - HWSCO Hot Lunch
3/22 - SHEF Meeting (LC @7 p.m.)
3/24 - B.O.E. Meeting @A.C. (7 p.m.)
3/25 - Band Booster Meeting (7 p.m.)
3/25 - Drama Club Parent Presentation (7 p.m.)
3/27 - Band Booster Spaghetti Dinner @Walker 3-9 p.m.)
4/2 - 4/9 Spring Break (No School)
4/12 - School resumes
For your information…
The after school activity bus departure time from Walker is 3:45 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
TUESDAY ONLY: Every Tuesday the after school activity bus will leave WalkerSchool at 3:30 p.m. There is no activity bus service on the first Tuesday of each month.
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Walker Cares 2009-2010 Giving InitiativeSt. Jude Math-A-Thon
During the month of October, Walker students participated in the St. Jude’s Math-A-Thon. Sixth grade teacher, Ms. Besse reports that this annual event was again very successful, and the donations (over $2,500) collected by Walker students will certainly make a difference in the lives of the children receiving medical care at St. Jude’s Hospital.
Walker Cares: November through February
Our 2009-2010 Walker Cares Giving Initiative continues, and with the help of our Student Council, we will focus on several local organizations that provide for the basic needs of families in our school-community. Our giving initiative plan is as follows:
November 2009: Frankfort Township Food Pantry (food & other
supplies)
December 2009: Together We Cope-Tinley Park (clothing)
January 2010: Tinley Park Food Pantry
February 2010: Frankfort Area Jaycees & Together We Cope
(school supplies)
During the month of November 2009, Walker Cares Giving Initiative will focus on collecting items needed by the Frankfort Township Food Pantry. We are providing a list of suggested items. If you are able to contributing any non-perishable food and other supplies to meet the basic needs of those in need, your donations are greatly appreciated. Our student council representatives will be active each day as they collect and organize the items that our Walker students and families contribute.
See the November 2009 Walker Newsletter for a list of needed items provided by the Frankfort Township Food Pantry.
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Welcome to Walker!
August 12, 2009
Dear Walker Parents and Students,
We hope you were able to attend Orientation this morning. We are so pleased with the turn out! If you were unable to attend, the information we distributed is included below this letter.
The first day of school is Wednesday, August 19, 2009. School will be in session from 8:20 to 11:30 a.m. (1/2 day). Our regular, full-day schedule starts Thursday, August 20, 2009 from 8:20 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.
Sincerely,
Jan Zevkovich, Principal
Christine Hudziak, Assistant Principal
Welcome to Hilda Walker!
• 5th grade homerooms are located on the first floor
• 6th grade homerooms are located on the second floor
• Students receive Physical Education 3 times per week (make sure to have gym shoes and wear a t-shirt on these days)
• Students receive “Specials” 3 times per week….one grading quarter for each Art, Computers, Music, and Spanish
• Student lunch/intramural time totals 40 minutes per day….20 minutes to eat in the multipurpose room and 20 minutes of structured activity in the gym (5th grade: 11:20-12:00 and 6th grade: 12:05-12:45)
• Buses arrive at the back of the building and students will be supervised in the common area until the bell dismissing them to classrooms (NOTE: Students will gather by their homeroom teacher in the gym on the first day.)
• Walkers, bike riders, and car riders enter/exit the front doors of the building. Students should arrive between 8:10-8:20 (tardy bell).
• REMINDERS…..
o Dress code: Students’ dress for school, school activities, and school-related trips should be reasonable, reflect good taste, and be agreeable to the school sponsor/administration. Clothing must be appropriate. No sagging shorts or pants. Pants must be securely fastened at the waist. Pants with excessive shredding or holes are not appropriate. Skirts and shorts must be to the fingertips regardless of additional leg wear underneath. Necklines must be 3” from the collarbone area. School (SHJH/HW) specific pajama pants may only be worn on designated spirit days. Male and female students must wear clothing that completely covers the body from the shoulder to the mid-thigh region. Clothing made of spandex or similar material (biking shorts, jerseys, etc.) may not be worn unless other clothing is worn over it from shoulder to mid-thigh. Tube tops, halters, see-through shirts, mesh shirts, tank tops, muscle shirts, sleeveless shirts, spaghetti straps, crop tops, or tops which expose cleavage or midriff will not be allowed. Appropriate footwear must be worn to school (no shower shoes, flip-flops, high heeled/platform shoes, shoes with built in wheels, slippers, or any other shoes that may cause markings or damage to floors or create a disturbance). Due to daily physical activity including P.E., overall student safety and students using stairs, students are strongly encouraged to wear shoes with backs.
o Cell phones: The use of cell phones at school (as well as school activities and school-related trips) is detrimental to the academic climate because it takes valuable time away from instruction and creates disciplinary problems. Students’ cell phones should be turned off and NOT JUST SILENCED while inside the building before, during, and after the school day. Cell phones must be stored in backpacks and not in student possession during the school day.
We look forward to seeing you again on Wednesday, August 19th!
Ms. Zevkovich, Principal
Mrs. Hudziak, Assistant Principal
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Appearance CodeIn an effort to address concerns for student safety and welfare, to create a learning environment with minimal distractions, and to reinforce the values of modesty and civility, the teachers and administration will be responsible for enforcing this dress code fairly and reasonably. Students’ dress for school, school activities, and school-related trips should be reasonable, reflect good taste, and be agreeable to the school sponsor/administration. The following examples are not all- inclusive.
Outerwear, such as coats, jackets, gloves, sunglasses, hats and other head coverings may not be worn during the school day unless the student is directly entering or leaving the building. Hooded sweatshirts must be worn appropriately with hood down at all times.
Clothing must be appropriate. No sagging shorts or pants. Pants must be securely fastened at the waist. Pants with excessive shredding or holes are not appropriate. Skirts and shorts must be to the fingertips regardless of additional leg wear underneath. Necklines must be 3” from the collarbone area. School (SHJH/HW) specific pajama pants (blanket fleece and flannel pants included) may only be worn on designated spirit days.
Male and female students must wear clothing that completely covers the body from the shoulder to the mid-thigh region. Clothing made of spandex or similar material (biking shorts, jerseys, etc.) may not be worn unless other clothing is worn over it from shoulder to mid-thigh. Tube tops, halters, see-through shirts, mesh shirts, tank tops, muscle shirts, sleeveless shirts, spaghetti straps, crop tops, or tops which expose cleavage or midriff will not be allowed.
Appropriate footwear must be worn to school (no shower shoes, flip-flops, high heeled/platform shoes, shoes with built in wheels, slippers, or any other shoes that may cause markings or damage to floors or create a disturbance). Due to daily physical activity including P.E., overall student safety and students using stairs, students are strongly encouraged to wear shoes with backs.
When a student is not properly dressed, the student will be asked to adjust his/her clothing and/or sent to the administrative office. The student will be subject to disciplinary action according to the school discipline model. The student will be excluded from classes until arrangements for acceptable attire can be made. It will be the student’s responsibility to contact the teacher(s) of the class(es) missed and to make up assignments.
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Cell Phone UseThe use of cell phones at school is detrimental to the academic climate because it takes valuable time away from instruction and creates disciplinary problems. Students’ cell phones should be turned off and NOT JUST SILENCED while inside the building before, during, and after the school day. Cell phones must be stored in backpacks and not in student possession during the school day. Students who violate this policy will have the cell phone confiscated and will receive disciplinary consequences.
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Box Tops for Physical EducationThe Physical Education teachers at Hilda Walker Intermediate School will once again be collecting Box Tops for Education during the 2009-2010 school year. As you know the funds raised through out the year assist the Physical Education Department in supplementing equipment cost. Please send any Box Tops for Education that you may have with your child to give to their Physical Education teacher. Thank you for your continued support.
Mr. Acevedo, Miss Crick, and Mr. Schereck
Walker PE Teachers
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Peanut AllergiesBe Aware of Peanut Allergies
We are asking your cooperation in providing a safe learning environment. It is important to know that just a tiny amount of the allergen is enough to cause a reaction that will threaten the life of these children. To reduce the risk of exposure, we are asking that food products containing peanuts, tree nuts, or lentils not be brought to school. Please be aware of product labels that read “may contain”, “shared equipment with”, “processed on”, or “contains trace amounts” and that indicate peanuts or tree nuts may be present in the food product.
Food products sent to school for class activities such as birthdays, holiday celebrations, etc. should follow the Healthy Snack Guidelines established by Summit Hill School District 161. Treats should be store bought and individually wrapped with the original ingredient label affixed. School staff will check all ingredients of any food item sent in for the classroom. Treats containing peanuts or tree nuts will be sent back home and not allowed in the classroom.
The safety of all children is a priority at Hilda Walker School. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a safe school environment for all students.
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